According to the latest report by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), assets under management by collective investment undertakings (CIUs) reached €10.7 billion in the first quarter of 2025, marking a 6.6% increase compared to the end of 2024. Despite a slight decrease in the number of companies (from 328 to 322), the collective investment sector is experiencing steady growth.
Fund structure and distribution
Of the total organizations, 223 operated as externally managed CIUs, 30 as internally managed CIUs, and 69 were licensed external managers. Assets are concentrated primarily in alternative investment organizations (AIFMs), which account for 63% of the total volume. The remainder is distributed among UCITS, restricted AIFs, and foreign structures.
Investor priorities include real estate, private equity, and energy
Private investment funds remain the most popular investment area, accounting for 31% of assets, followed by real estate with a 16.6% share. Assets are also distributed among hedge funds, UCITS, bank deposits, and other instruments. Notable activity is seen in sectors such as energy (€497 million), shipping (€657.3 million), and fintech (€224.2 million). Interest in sustainable investments is growing as well, with investments in this sector amounting to over €104 million.
Investments in Cyprus: €2.9 billion has been invested in the national economy
Of all the operating funds, 162 invest wholly or partly in the Cypriot economy. The total volume of these investments reached €2.9 billion, accounting for 27% of the total portfolio. Most of the capital is directed toward private equity and real estate, especially long-term projects and tourism infrastructure development.
Investor Profile and Investment Strategies
The majority of investors in Cypriot UCITS are private individuals who account for 99.1% of the total. In the AIF sector, professional and well-informed investors make up almost 88% of the total. These figures confirm that Cyprus continues to attract retail and institutional investors alike, thereby strengthening its status as an EU investment hub.